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Please carefully read this entire manual before operating your new treadmill
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Product Registration
Important Safety Instructions
Important Electrical Instructions
Important Operation Instructions
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Assembly Instructions
Folding Instructions
Product Features
Operation of Your Console
Programmable Features
Using Heart Rate Transmitter
General Maintenance
Service Checklist - Diagnosis Guide
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
Table of Contents
ATTENTION
This treadmill is intended for residential use only and is warranted for this application.
Any other application voids this warranty in its entirety.
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Record Your Serial Number
Please record the serial number of this tness product
in the space provided below.
Serial Number
Register Your Purchase
The self-addressed product registration card must be completed in full and returned to Spirit
Fitness. You can also go to https://www.spirittness.com/residentialwarrantyregistration.html
to register online.
Thank you for your purchase of this quality group treadmill from Spirit Fitness. Your new treadmill
was manufactured by one of the leading tness manufacturers in the world and is backed by one
of the most comprehensive warranties available. Through your dealer, Spirit Fitness will do all we
can to make your ownership experience as pleasant as possible for many years to come. If not
purchased direct from Spirit Fitness, the local dealership where you purchased this treadmill is
your administrator for all Spirit Fitness warranty and service needs. Their responsibility is to
provide you with the technical knowledge and service personnel to make your experience
more informed and any difculties easier to remedy.
Please take a moment at this time to record the name of the dealer, their telephone number,
and the date of purchase below to make any future, needed contact easy. We appreciate your
support and we will always remember that you are the reason that we are in business. Please
complete and mail your registration card today and enjoy your new treadmill.
Yours in Health,
Spirit Fitness
Congratulations on your new treadmill and welcome to the Spirit Fitness family!
Name of Dealer
Dealer Phone #
Purchase Date
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Product Registration
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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions hsould always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. Always unplug this applicance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, re electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use, and before putting on or taking off parts.
2. Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause re, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
3. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or
disabled persons.
4. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
5. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it
has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service
center for examination and repair.
6. Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
7. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
8. Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint,
hair, and the like.
9. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being use or where oxygen is being ad
ministered.
12. Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
13. The appliance is intended for household use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THINK SAFETY!
Important Safety Instructions
Important Electrical Instructions
WARNING!
NEVER use a ground fault circuit interrupt (GFCI) wall outlet with this treadmill. As with any appliance with a large
motor, the GFCI will trip often. Route the power cord away from any moving part of the treadmill including the
elevation mechanism and transport wheels.
NEVER remove any cover without rst disconnecting AC power. If voltage varies by ten percent (10%) or more,
the performance of your treadmill may be affected. Such conditions are not covered under your warranty. If you
suspect the voltage is low, contact your local power company or a licensed electrician for proper testing.
NEVER expose this treadmill to rain or moisture. This product is NOT designed for use outdoors, near a pool or
spa, or in any other high humidity environment. The operating temperature specication is 40 to 120 degrees
Fahrenheit, and humidity is 95% non-condensing (no water drops forming on surfaces).
Circuit Breakers: Some circuit breakers used in homes are not rated for high inrush currents that can occur
when a treadmill is rst turned on or even during use. If your treadmill is tripping the house circuit breaker (even
though it is the proper current rating) but the circuit breaker on the treadmill itself does not trip, you will need to
replace the home breaker with a high inrush type. This is not a warranty defect. This is a condition we as a
manufacture have no ability to control. This part is available through most electrical supply stores. Examples: Grainger
part # 1D237, or available online at www.squared.com part #QO120HM.
This product must be grounded. If the treadmill should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current, reducing the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualied electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the product if it will not t the outlet; have a proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 110-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
below. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated below may be used to connect this plug to a
2-pole receptacle as shown below if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should
be used only until a properly grounded outlet, (shown below) can be installed by a qualied electrician. The green
colored rigid ear-lug, or the like, extending from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.
Grounding Instructions
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Please read before unpacking your folding treadmill. Serious injury could occur if this folding treadmill
is not unpacked properly.
There is a Velcro strap installed around the treadmill base that prevents the treadmill from unfolding accidentally
during shipping. If this strap is not removed properly the treadmill could spring open unexpectedly and cause injury if
someone is standing near the treadmill when the strap is removed.
To ensure your personal safety during removal of the shipping strap please make sure the treadmill is positioned at
on the ground, in the orientation it would be in if you were using the treadmill. Do not turn the treadmill up on its
side while removing the shipping strap. This could cause the treadmill’s folding mechanism to spring open. If the end
of the Velcro strap (that you need to grab to remove it) happens to be under the treadmill deck, reach under the
deck to grab it, but do not tilt the treadmill up to gain access to the strap end.
Cut the banding straps with a short box cutter (razor knife); separate the carton from the one underneath it by
prying up on the staples (if applicable). Pull the carton over the treadmill parts and locate the hardware pack. The
hardware pack is separated into ve sections; one section containing tools and four sections labeled steps 1-4 which
contain the hardware needed for assembly of each step. The assembly steps below are numbered one through four
and correspond to the hardware in the numbered sections of the hardware pack. Remove only the hardware for the
step you are currently assembling to avoid confusion and mix ups.
Then remove the treadmill from the carton and lay it on a level surface.
Important Operation Instructions
Pre-Assembly
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Assembly Instructions
Assembly Tools
NEVER operate this treadmill without reading and completely understanding the results of
any operational change you request from the computer.
Understand that changes in speed and incline do not occur immediately. Set your desired
work level on the computer console and release the adjustment key. The computer will obey
the command gradually.
NEVER use your treadmill during an electrical storm. Surges may occur in your household
power supply that could damage treadmill components. Unplug the treadmill during an
electrical storm as a precaution.
Use caution while participating in other activities while walking on your treadmill; such as
watching television, reading, etc. These distractions may cause you to lose balance which may
result in serious injury.
Do not use excessive pressure on console control keys. They are precision set to function
properly with little nger pressure.
A safety tether cord is provided with this unit. It is a simple magnetic design that should be
used at all times. It is for your safety should you fall or move too far back on the tread-belt.
Pulling this safety tether cord will stop tread-belt
movement. To Use:
1. Place the magnet into position on the round metal portion of the console control head.
Your treadmill will not start and operate without this. Removing the magnet also secures
the treadmill from unauthorized use.
2. Fasten the plastic clip onto your clothing securely to assure good holding power. Note: The
magnet has strong enough power to minimize accidental, unexpected stopping. The clip
should be attached securely to make certain it does not come off. Be familiar with its
function and limitations. The treadmill will stop, depending on speed, with a one to two
step coast anytime the magnet is pulled off the console. Use the Stop / Pause switch in
normal operation.
Safety Tether Cord
#96. Combination M5 Allen Wrench/
Phillips Head Screw Driver
#97. M6 Allen
Wrench
#33. Safety Key
#58. Deck/Belt
Lubricant
#122. Phillips Head Screw Driver
To assist you in assembling your new Spirit Fitness treadmill, we have posted an assembly video at the following link:
http://www.spirittness.com/customerservice/video/treadmillvideos.html
Assembly Video
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1. Take the Left and Right upright tubes (part numbers 5 & 4) and slide the upright covers (99 & 100 right) onto
the tubes (observe the cover orientation is correct). Connect the Middle Console Cable (38) that exits from
the bottom of the right upright tube with the lower Console Cable (39). Insert the Left and Right (5 & 4)
Uprights into the Left and Right Receiving Tubes (holes are on the outside of the tubes). Be careful not to
pinch the wire when installing the upright.
NOTE: Partially tighten all bolts in this Step. This will allow for easier console assembly.
2. Attach the tubes with three Button Head Socket Bolts (93) from each side and two Button Head Socket Bolts
(93) and two Curved Washers (94) from the front. Partially tighten using the
Combination M5 Allen Wrench & Phillips Head Screw Drive (96).
HARDWARE
STEP 1: Upright Tubes
#93. 5/16” x 15mm
Button Head Socket
Bolt (8 pcs)
#94. 5/16” x 18 x 1.5T
Flat Washer
(2 pcs)
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HARDWARE
1. Attach the lower half of the bottle holder (Right - 100) and (Left - 99) to the right and left Uprights (4) and
(5) and Console Support (6) with ten Sheet Metal Screws (89) using the Phillips Head Screw Driver (122).
STEP 3: Plastic Parts
1. Connect the Speed Adjustment Switch Cable (128) to the Speed Cable (Upper)(126). Connect
2. the Incline Adjustment Switch Cable (129) to the Incline Cable (Upper)(127). Connect the
Computer Cable (Middle)(37) to the Computer Cable (Upper)(38).
3. Insert Console Assembly (40) into right and left Uprights (4) and (5) and secure with four
Button Head Socket Bolts (90) and four Split Washers (82) using the M6 Allen Wrench (97). Now go back and
completely tighten the 8 bolts (93) inserted in Step 1 that join the upright tubes (4 & 5) to the main frame.
HARDWARE
STEP 2: Console
#90. 3/8” x 1-3/4”
Button Head Socket
Bolt (4 pcs)
#82. 3/8” x 2.0T
Split Washer (4 pcs)
#89. 3.5 x 12mm
Sheet Metal Screw
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The treadmill is equipped with four transport wheels that are engaged when the treadmill is
folded. After folding simply roll the treadmill away.
Product Features
Do not attempt to move the unit unless it is in the folded and locked position. Be sure the
power cord is secured to avoid possible damage. Use both handrails to maneuver the unit to the
desired position.
TO FOLD THE TREADMILL
Make certain the treadmill is at minimum
incline. Lift the treadmill running deck
until it is secured by the locking telescoping
tube assembly in center back of base.
TO UNFOLD THE TREADMILL
Apply slight forward pressure* on the treadmill run-
ning deck with one hand. Pull down on the unlocking
lever and slowly lower the running deck to the oor.
The deck will lower
unassisted when it reaches about waist high.
*At the rear roller area to relieve pressure on the
locking system.
Transportation Instructions
Folding Instructions
Handrail Adjustments
The
XT285
treadmill allows you to make speed and incline
changes on the side handrails. You can also choose to turn these off if
you frequently hold on to these rails. This is achieved by pressing the
disable button on the right side of the lower portion of the console.
You are able to set your speed and incline settings quickly by using the quick keys on the con-
sole. Just press either Speed or Incline, then select either 1 or 2 digits and the treadmill will auto-
matically adjust to that value. This saves time because you don’t have to press and hold or hold
a button down until reaching the desired value. The maximum value you may input for speed is
9.9 mph or kmph and incline 9.5%
Examples: Press the Quick Incline button, then 1, 0 = Incline Level 1.0
Press the Quick Incline button, then 3, 5 = Incline Level 3.5
Press the Quick Speed button, then 8, 0 = 8.0 mph or kmph
Press the Quick Speed button, then 0, 8 = 0.8 mph or kmph
Quick Speed & Incline Buttons
Console
The console will display Pace, Calories burned, Time (elapsed or
countdown), Distance travelled, Pulse, Speed, Incline, Program Name,
number of Laps completed, and Segment Time. There is also a Speed
& Incline prole graph that lets you see how hard you have worked
and how challenging the upcoming segments will be.
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Integrated
Speakers for
MP3 player
Large LCD
with feedback
and scrolling
message center
Contact Heart
Rate Grips
Swivel Fan to
keep you cool
Convenient water
bottle holder and
cargo compartment
for keys, phone,
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Console
Power the treadmill on by plugging it into an appropriate wall outlet, then turn on the power
switch located at the front of the treadmill below the motor cover. Ensure that the safety key is
installed, as the treadmill will not power on without it.
When the power is turned on, all the lights on the display will light for a short time. Then the
Time and Distance windows will display Odometer readings for a short time. The Time window
will show how many hours the treadmill has been in use and the Distance window will show
how many miles (or Kilometers if the treadmill is set to metric readings) the treadmill has gone.
Then a message will scroll across the Message Center showing the current software version. The
treadmill will then enter idle mode, which is the starting point for operation.
Getting Started
Operation of Your Console
STEP 1: Press and release the Start key to wake display up (if not already on).
Note: Installing the tether key will also wake up the console.
STEP 2: Press and release the Start key to begin belt movement, at .5 mph, then adjust to the desired
speed using the Speed + / - or Fast/Slow keys (console or hand rail). You may also use the quick
speed key, then 0 through 9 to adjust the speed.
STEP 3: To slow the tread-belt press and hold the Speed + / - or Fast/Slow keys (console or hand
rail) to the desired speed. You may also adjust to the desired speed by pressing Quick Speed and then
0 through 9.
STEP 4: To adjust the Incline level, press and hold the Incline + / - or Up / Down keys; you may also
adjust to the desired incline by pressing the Quick Incline key and then 0 through 9.
STEP 5: To stop the tread-belt press and release the Stop key.
Quick Start/ Manual Operation
Pause/Stop/Preset
STEP 1: When the treadmill is running the pause feature may be utilized by pressing the red Stop key
once. This will slowly decelerate the tread-belt to a stop. The incline will go to zero percent. The Time,
Distance and Calorie readings will hold while the unit is in the pause mode. After 5 minutes the display
will reset and return to the start up screen.
STEP 2: To resume your exercise, when in Pause mode, press the Start key. The speed and incline will
return to their previous settings.
Pause is executed when the Stop button is pressed once. If the Stop key is pressed a second time,
the program will end and a workout summary will be displayed. If the Stop button is pressed a third
time, the console will return to the idle mode (start up) screen. If the Stop button is held down for
more than 3 seconds the console will reset.
Incline
Incline may be adjusted anytime after belt movement.
Press and hold the Incline + / - or Up/Down keys (console or hand rail) to achieve desired level
of effort. You may also choose a more rapid increase / decrease by selecting the Quick Incline key,
then 0 through 9.
The display will indicate incline percent in increments of .5 as adjustments are made.
The incline will return to zero unless the main power switch or safety key are turned off while incline
is at a higher setting.
Dot Matrix Center Display
Eighteen columns of boxes (8 high) indicate each segment of a workout. The boxes only show an
approximate level (speed/incline) of effort. They do not necessarily indicate a specic value - only an
approximate percent to compare levels of intensity. In Manual Operation the Speed / Incline dot matrix
window will build a prole “picture” as values are changed during a workout.
The speed and incline proles will display half of the program at one time (9 columns). They will both
scroll right to left. The Lap track will move in a counterclockwise direction.
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The 1/4-mile track (one lap) will be displayed around the dot matrix window. The ashing
segment indicates your progress. Once the 1/4-mile (Metric - 0.4k) is complete this feature will
begin again. There is a lap counter in the message window for monitoring your distance.
1/4 Mile Track
The Pulse (Heart Rate) console window will display your current heart rate in beats per minute
during the workout. You must use both stainless steel sensors on the front cross bar or the heart
rate transmitter chest strap to display your pulse. Pulse value displays anytime the upper display is
receiving a Pulse signal. You may not use the Grip Pulse feature while in Heart Rate Programs.
Note: Refer to Important Safety Instructions (page 2) concerning Pulse Grip operation.
Pulse Grip Feature
Displays the cumulative calories burned at any given time during your workout.
Note: This is only a rough guide used for comparison of different exercise sessions, which cannot be used for
medical purposes.
Calorie Display
The console has built-in Speakers. You may plug an Audio Source (CD player, MP3, Computer,
etc.) into the Jack on the right side of console. There is no volume control on the console. The
volume must be controlled on the Audio Source.
Speakers
1. Display will automatically turn off (go to sleep) after 30 minutes (no key
operations). The treadmill will draw very little current in sleep mode (about as much as your
television when it is turned off).
2. Remove the tether cord.
3. Turn off the main switch on the front of the treadmill, below the motor cover.
To Turn Treadmill Off
To the right of the Stop button there is a Handrail control switch and an indicator light next to
it When the indicator light is lit, the handrail switches are disabled. This allows you to use the full
length of the handrails without fear of activating the speed or elevation controls.
Handrail Buttons Disable Switch
STEP 1: Press the desired program (Hill, Fat Burn, Cardio, Strength, or
Interval) key. Press Enter to select the program. The display will prompt you
through the programming or you can just press Start to begin the program
with default values.
STEP 2: If Enter was pressed, the Message Center will now be blinking a value,
indicating your Age (default is 35). Entering your correct age affects the heart
rate Bar Graph Display and the Heart Rate programs. Use the + / - keys to
adjust, then press Enter. Your age determines your recommended maximum
heart rate. Since the Bar Graph Display and the Heart Rate features are based
on a percentage of your maximum heart rate, it is important to enter the
correct age for these features to work properly.
STEP 3: The Message Center will now be blinking a value, indicating your Body
Weight (default is 150 lbs.). Entering the correct body weight will affect the
calorie count. Use the + / - keys to adjust, then press Enter. A note about the
Calorie display: No exercise machine can give you an exact calorie count
because there are too many factors which determine exact calorie burn for a
particular person. Even if someone is the exact same body weight, age and
height, their calorie burn may be very different than yours. The Calorie display
is to be used as a reference only to monitor improvement from workout to
workout.
STEP 4: The Message Center will be blinking a value, indicating Time (the default
value is 30 minutes). You may use any of the + / - keys to adjust the time. After
adjusting, or to accept the default, press Enter. (Note: You may press Start at
any time during the programming to start the program).
STEP 5: The Message Center will now be blinking the preset top speed of the
selected program (3 mph or 5 kph). Use the Speed + / - keys to adjust, then
press Enter. Each program has various speed changes throughout; this allows
you to limit the highest speed the program can reach.
STEP 6: The Message Center will be blinking the preset top incline of the selected program (6.0%). Use
the Incline + / - keys to adjust, then press Enter.
You are now done programming data and may press Start to begin your workout or Enter to go back
one level to change data entered in the programming phase.
To Select and Start A Preset Program
Programmable Features
The
XT285
offers seven factory preset-programs and one Manual program. Each preset
program has a maximum Speed and Incline level that is displayed when a desired workout is
chosen. The maximum Speed and Incline that the particular program will achieve will be displayed
in the Message Center.
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HILL
Resistance: This program follows a triangle or pyramid type of gradual progression from approximately 10% of
maximum effort (the level that you chose before starting this program) up to a maximum effort which lasts for 10%
of the total workout time, then a gradual regression of resistance back to approximately 10% of maximum
effort
Incline: The deck elevation is a more gradual and sustained progression. Maximum elevation is in the middle of the
workout and lasts for 10% of the duration
FAT BURN
Resistance: This program follows a quick progression up to the maximum speed level (default or user input level)
that is sustained for 2/3 of the workout. This program will challenge your ability to sustain your energy output for an
extended period of time.
Incline: The deck elevation is a quick and sustained progression up to the maximum value (default or user input) for
90% of the workout duration.
Preset Programs
SPEED INCLINE
CARDIO
Resistance: This program presents a quick progression up to near maximum speed level (default or user input
level). It has slight uctuations up and down to allow your heart rate to elevate, and then recover repeatedly, be-
fore beginning a quick cool down. This will build up your heart muscle and increase blood ow and lung capacity.
Incline: The elevation in this program is moderate. There are several elevation spikes at different points of the
workout. Segments 4, 9, and 14 are maximum elevation for this program.
The
XT285
has ve different programs that have been designed for a variety of workouts. These ve
these programs have factory preset Speed and Incline level proles for achieving different goals.
SPEED INCLINE
SPEED INCLINE
STRENGTH
Resistance: This program has a gradual progression of speed up to 100% of maximum effort that is sustained for
25% of workout duration. This will help build strength and muscular endurance in the lower body and gluts. A brief
cool down follows.
Incline: There is a quick climb to a moderate, sustained elevation that lasts the majority of the workout length.
INTERVAL
Resistance: This program takes you through high levels of intensity followed by recovery periods of low intensity.
This program utilizes and develops your “Fast Twitch” muscle bers which are used when performing tasks that are
intense and short in duration. These deplete your oxygen level and spike your heart rate, followed by periods of
recovery and heart rate drop to replenish oxygen. Your cardiovascular system gets programmed to use oxygen more
efciently.
Incline: This program will spike similar to the speed prole, but in different segments (columns); this means that all of
your lower extremity muscles will be equally challenged throughout this program. The incline alternates between 25
& 65 % of maximum elevation
SPEED INCLINE
SPEED INCLINE
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Heart Rate Programs
The old motto, “no pain, no gain”, is a myth that has been overpowered by the benets of
exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart rate monitors.
With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people nd that their usual choice of exercise intensity
was either too high or too low and exercise is much more enjoyable by
maintaining their heart rate in the desired benet range.
To determine the benet range in which you wish to train, you must rst determine your
Maximum Heart Rate. This can be accomplished by using the following formula: 220 minus your age. This
will give you the Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)for someone of your age. To determine the effective heart
rate range for specic goals you simply calculate a percentage of your MHR. Your Heart rate training zone
is 50% to 90% of your maximum heart rate. 60% of your MHR is the zone that burns fat while 80% is for
strengthening the cardio vascular system. This 60% to 80% is the zone to stay in for maximum benet.
For someone who is 40 years old their
target heart rate zone is calculated:
220 – 40 = 180 (maximum heart rate)
180 x .6 = 108 beats per minute
(60% of maximum)
180 X .8 = 144 beats per minute
(80% of maximum)
So for a 40 year old the training zone would be 108
to 144 beats per minute.
If you enter your age during programming the
console will perform this calculation
automatically. Entering your age is used for the Heart Rate programs. After calculating your MHR you can
decide upon which goal you would like to pursue.
The two most popular reasons for, or goals, of exercise are cardiovascular tness (training for the
heart and lungs) and weight control. The black columns on the chart above represent the MHR for a
person whose age is listed at the bottom of each column. The training heart rate, for either cardiovascular
tness or weight loss, is represented by two different lines that cut diagonally through the chart. A deni-
tion of the lines’ goal is in the bottom left-hand corner of the chart. If your goal is cardiovascular tness or
if it is weight loss, it can be achieved by training at 80% or 60%, respectively, of your MHR on a schedule
approved by your physician. Consult your
physician before participating in any exercise program.
With all Spirit Fitness Heart Rate programs treadmills you may use the heart rate monitor feature without
using the Heart Rate program. This function can be used during manual mode or during any of the nine
different programs. The Heart Rate program automatically controls
resistance at the pedals.
Heart rate is important but listening to your body also has a lot of advantages. There are more
variables involved in how hard you should workout than just heart rate. Your stress level, physical
health, emotional health, temperature, humidity, the time of day, the last time you ate and what
you ate, all contribute to the intensity at which you should workout. If you listen to your body, it
will tell you all of these things.
The rate of perceived exertion (RPE), also know as the Borg scale, was developed by Swedish
physiologist G.A.V. Borg. This scale rates exercise intensity from 6 to 20 depending upon how you
feel or the perception of your effort.
The scale is as follows:
Rating Perception of Effort
6 Minimal
7 Very,very light
8 Very,very light +
9 Very light
10 Very light +
11 Fairly light
12 Comfortable
13 Somewhat hard
14 Somewhat hard +
15 Hard
16 Hard +
17 Very hard
18 Very hard +
19 Very,very hard
20 Maximal
You can get an approximate heart rate level for each rating by simply adding a zero to each rat-
ing. For example a rating of 12 will result in an approximate heart rate of 120 beats per minute.
Your RPE will vary depending up the factors discussed earlier. That is the major benet of this
type of training. If your body is strong and rested, you will feel strong and your pace will feel
easier. When your body is in this condition, you are able to train harder and the RPE will support
this. If you are feeling tired and sluggish, it is because your body needs a break. In this condition,
your pace will feel harder. Again, this will show up in your RPE and you will train at the proper
level for that day.
Rate of Perceived Exertion
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Wearing The Chest Strap
1. Attach the transmitter to the elastic strap using the locking parts.
2. Adjust the strap as tightly as possible as long as the strap is not too tight to re-
main comfortable.
3. Position the transmitter with the logo centered in the middle of your torso facing
away from your chest (some people must position the
transmitter slightly left of center). Attach the nal end of the elastic strap by
inserting the round end and, using the locking parts, secure the transmitter and
strap around your chest.
4. Position the transmitter directly below the pectoral muscles.
5. Sweat is the best conductor to measure very minute heart beat electrical signals.
However, plain water can also be used to pre-wet the electrodes (2 ribbed oval areas on the reverse side of
the belt and both sides of the transmitter). It’s also recommended that you wear the
transmitter strap a few minutes before your work out. Some users, because of body chemistry, have a more
difcult time in achieving a strong, steady signal at the beginning. After “warming up”, this problem lessens. As
noted, wearing clothing over the transmitter/strap doesn’t affect performance.
6. Your workout must be within range - distance between transmitter/receiver – to achieve a strong steady
signal. The length of range may vary somewhat but generally stay close enough to the
console to maintain good, strong, reliable readings. Wearing the transmitter directly on bare skin
assures you of proper operation. If you wish, you may wear the transmitter over a shirt. To do so, wet the
areas of the shirt that the electrodes will rest upon.
Note: The transmitter is automatically activated when it detects activity from the user’s heart. Additionally, it
automatically deactivates when it does not receive any activity. Although the transmitter is water resistant,
moisture can have the effect of creating false signals, so you should take precautions to completely dry the
transmitter after use to prolong battery life (estimated transmitter battery life is 2500 hours). The replacement
battery is Panasonic CR2032.
Caution! Do not use this treadmill for Heart Rate programs unless a steady, solid Actual Heart
Rate value is being displayed. High, wild, random numbers being displayed
indicate a problem.
Areas to look for interference which may cause erratic heart rate:
1. Microwave ovens, TV’s, small appliances, etc.
2. Fluorescent lights.
3. Some household security systems.
4. Perimeter fence for a pet.
5. Some people have problems with the transmitter picking up a signal from their skin. If you have problems try
wearing the transmitter upside down. Normally the transmitter will be oriented so the Spirit Fitness logo is
right side up.
6. The antenna that picks up your heart rate is very sensitive. If there is an outside noise source,
turning the whole machine 90 degrees may de-tune the interference.
7. Another Individual wearing a transmitter within 3’ of your machine’s console.
If you continue to experience problems contact your dealer.
Erratic Operation
Note: You must wear the heart rate transmitter strap for these programs
Both programs operate the same, the only difference is that HR1 is set to 60% and HR2 is set
to 80% of the maximum heart rate. They both are programmed the same way.
To start a HR program follow the instructions below or just select the HR1 or HR2
program, then the Enter button and follow the directions in the Message Center.
After selecting your heart rate target, the program will attempt to keep you at or within 3 - 5
heart beats per minute of this value. Follow the prompts in the Message Center to maintain your
selected heart rate value.
1. Press the HR 1 (60% of max heart rate default) or HR 2 (80% of max heart rate de-
fault) key, then press the Enter key.
2. The Message Center will ask you to enter your Age. You may enter
your age, using the Speed + / - keys, then press the Enter key
to accept the new value and proceed on to the next screen.
3. You are now asked to enter your Weight. You may adjust the
weight value using the Speed + / - keys, then press Enter to
continue.
4. Next is Time. You may adjust the time using the Speed + / - keys and press
Enter to continue.
5. Now you are asked to adjust the Heart Rate Target. This is the heart rate level you will
strive to maintain during the program. Adjust the level using the Speed + / - keys, then
press Enter.
Note: The heart rate that appears is based on the % you accepted in Step 1. If you change this
number it will either increase or decrease the % from Step 1.
6. Now you are nished editing the settings and can begin your workout by pressing the
Start key. You can also go back and modify your settings by pressing the Stop key.
7. If you want to increase or decrease the workload at any time during the program press
the Speed + / - key on the console or right handlebar. This will allow you to change your
target heart rate at any time during the program.
8. During the HR 1 or HR 2 programs you will be able to scroll through the data in the
Message Center by pressing the Enter key.
9. When the program ends you may press Start to begin the same program again, Stop
to exit the program or you can save the program you just completed as a custom user
program by pressing a User key and following the instructions in the Message Center.
Heart Rate Program Operation
Using A Heart Rate Transmitter
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Your treadmill uses a very high-efcient low-friction hard waxed deck. Performance is maximized
when the deck is kept as clean as possible. Use a soft, damp cloth, or paper towel, wipe the edge
of the belt and the area between the belt edge and the frame. Also reach as far as practical
directly under the belt edge. This should be done once a month to extend belt and deck life. A
mild soap and water solution along with a nylon scrub brush will clean the top of the textured
belt. Allow to dry before using.
The low maintenance (routine monthly cleaning), dual sided hard wax deck is designed to
withstand up to 20,000 miles on each side. If the original side of the deck shows signicant wear,
it needs to be ipped. Contact your service technician for assistance. Do not apply any
type of lubricant or wax to the surface.
Belt/Deck
Tread-belt Tension Adjustment - Belt tension is not critical for most users. It is very important
though for joggers and runners in order to provide a smooth, steady running surface.
Adjustment must be made from the rear roller with the 6mm Allen wrench provided in the parts
package. The adjustment bolts are located at the end of the step rails as shown in the diagram
below.
Tighten the rear roller only enough to prevent slippage
at the front roller. Turn the tread-belt tension adjusting
bolts 1/4 turn each and inspect for proper tension by
walking on the belt and making sure it is not slipping or
hesitating with each step. When an adjustment is made
to the belt tension, you must be sure to turn the bolts
on both sides evenly or the belt could start tracking to
one side instead of running in the middle of the deck.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN – Over tightening will cause belt damage and premature bearing
failure. If you tighten the belt a lot and it still slips, the problem could actually be the drive belt -
located under the motor cover - that connects the motor to the front roller. If that belt is loose
it feels similar to the walking belt being loose. Tightening the motor belt should be done by a
trained service person.
Belt Adjustments
The treadmill is designed so that the tread-belt remains reasonably centered while in use. It is
normal for some belts to drift near one side while in use, depending on a user’s gait and if they
favor one leg. But if during use the belt continues to move toward one side, adjustments are
necessary.
SETTING TREAD-BELT TRACKING
An 6mm Allen wrench is provided for this adjustment. Make tracking adjustments on the left side
bolt. Set belt speed at 3 mph. Be aware that a small adjustment can make a dramatic difference
which may not be apparent right away. If the belt
is too close to the left side, then turn the bolt
only a 1/4 turn to the right (clockwise) and wait
a few minutes for the belt to adjust itself.
Continue to make 1/4 turns until the belt
stabilizes in the center of the running deck.
If the belt is too close to the right side, turn the
bolt counter-clockwise. The belt may require
periodic tracking adjustment depending on use
and walking/running characteristics. Some users may affect tracking differently. Expect to make
adjustments as required to center the tread-belt. Adjustments will become less of a maintenance
concern as the belt is used. Proper belt tracking is an owner responsibility common with all
treadmills.
ATTENTION
Damage to the running belt resulting from improper tracking / tension adjustments is not
covered under the Spirit Fitness warranty.
Treadbelt Tracking Adjustment
General Maintenance
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Do not lubricate with other than Spirit Fitness approved lubricant.
Your treadmill comes with one tube of lubricant and extra tubes can
be ordered directly from Spirit Fitness or your authorized Spirit Fitness
dealer.
Keeping the deck lubricated at the recommended intervals ensures
the longest life possible for your treadmill. If the lubricant dries out, the
friction between the belt and deck rises and places undue stress on
the drive motor, drive belt and electronic motor control board, which
could result in catastrophic failure of these expensive components. Failure to lubricate the deck at regular
intervals may void the warranty.
The belt & deck come pre-lubricated and subsequent lubrication should be performed every 180 hours
of use. The console has a built in lubrication reminder indicator that lights every 180 hours of use.
Use the lubricant to lubricate the deck beneath the belt. If you can reach under the belt approximately
6” on each side, use the following procedure: Unplug the electrical cord. At the middle of the deck, lift up
on the belt and reach under with the tube of lubricant. Squirt most of the lubricant on the deck surface.
Repeat the process on the opposite side. Plug the electrical cord back into the outlet and walk on the belt
at a moderate speed for ve minutes.
If unable to perform the above procedure, it will be necessary to loosen the walking belt. Using the 6
mm Allen wrench supplied, loosen the two rear roller adjustment bolts -- located in the rear end caps –
enough to get your hand under the belt (5 –10 turns). Make sure to loosen both bolts the same amount
of turns and also remember how many turns, because when nished you will need to tighten the bolts
back to the point they were before.
Once the belt is loose, wipe the deck with a clean lint free cloth to remove any dirt. Apply the whole
tube of lubricant onto the deck surface about 18 inches from the motor cover. Squeeze out the contents
of the tube across the deck (parallel to the motor cover) in about a one-foot line, like toothpaste on a
toothbrush. The one-foot line should be in the middle of the deck at approximately equal distance from
both side edges of the belt. You want the lubricant to be applied about the spot that your feet would hit
the belt as you are walking. This should be about 18 inches from the motor cover, but you may want to
walk on the treadmill before loosening the belt to note where your feet land on the belt. If you mostly use
the treadmill for running, the spot where your feet land may be different from walking.
Once the lubricant is applied, tighten the rear roller bolts the same amount of turns as when you
loosened them. Run the treadmill at about 3 mph without walking on it for about a minute or two to
make sure the belt stays in the middle of the deck. If the belt tracks to one side then follow the belt
tracking instructions to remedy. Now the deck is lubricated and you should walk, not run, on the treadmill
immediately for at least 5 minutes to ensure the lubricant is evenly distributed.
Belt/Deck Lubrication Procedure
1. Tether cord not in position.
2. Circuit breaker on front grill tripped.
Push circuit breaker in until it locks.
3. Plug is disconnected. Make sure plug is rmly pushed
into 115 VAC wall outlet.
4. Breaker panel circuit breaker may be tripped.
5. Treadmill defect. Contact your Spirit Fitness dealer.
Display does not light
Problem Solution/Cause
Tread-belt does not stay centered
Treadmill belt hesitates when
walked/run on
The user may be walking while favoring or putting more
weight on either the left or right foot. If this
walking pattern is natural, track the belt slightly
off-center to the side opposite from the belt
movement. See General Maintenance section on
Tread-belt Tension. Adjust as necessary.
1. If the belt moves, but stops after a short time and
thedisplay shows “LS”, run calibration.
2. If you press start and the belt never moves, then the
display shows LS, contact service.
Motor is not responsive after press-
ing start
Treadmill will only achieve
approximately 7 mph but shows higher
speed on display
This indicates motor should be receiving power to
operate. Low AC voltage to treadmill. Do not use an
extension cord. If an extension cord is required it should
be as short as possible and heavy duty 16 gauge
minimum. Low voltage. Contact an electrician or your
Spirit Fitness dealer. A minimum of 110 volt AC current
is required.
High belt/deck friction. See General Maintenance
section on cleaning the deck. If cleaning doesn’t prevent
this from reoccurring, check to see if there is signicant
wear of the deck. If so, the deck may need to be ipped if
it is on its original side
Tread-belt stops quickly/suddenly when
tether cord is pulled
High belt/deck friction. See General Maintenance. If
cleaning doesn’t prevent this from reoccurring, check the
amp draw of the motor. If this is high and there are signs
of signicant wear of the deck, it may need to be ipped if
it is on its original side
Treadmill trips on board 15 amp circuit
Treadmill may not be grounded. Static electricity is
“crashing” the computer. Refer to Grounding
Instructions on page 3.
Computer shuts off when console is
touched (on a cold day) while
walking/running
Need to replace the breaker with a “High In-rush current”
type breaker (see page 3 for details)
Circuit breaker trips, but not the
treadmill circuit breaker
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If the calibration does not pass you may need to check the speed sensor alignment.
1. Remove the motor cover hood by loosening the 8 screws that hold it
in place. Set it aside.
2. The speed sensor is located on the left side of the frame, right next to the
front roller pulley (the pulley will have a belt around it that also goes to the
motor). The speed sensor is a small rectangular shaped black box with a
wire connected to it.
3. You will see a magnet on the outside edge of the pulley; make sure the
speed sensor is aligned with the center of the magnet when it passes by.
There are two a screws that hold the sensor in place that need to be
loosened to adjust the sensor. Re-tighten the screws when nished.
The console has built in maintenance/diagnostic software. The software will allow you to change
the console settings from English to Metric and turn off the beeping of the speaker when a key
is pressed for example. To enter the Engineering Mode Menu press and hold down the Start,
Stop and Enter keys, then insert the safety key. Keep holding the keys down until the Message
Center displays Engineering Mode Menu. Press the Enter button to access the menu below:
a. Key Test (Will allow you to test all the keys to make sure they are functioning)
b. Security (Allows the keypad to be locked to prevent unauthorized use)
c. Functions (Press Enter to access settings and Up arrow to scroll)
i. Sleep Mode (Turn on to have the console power down automatically after 20 minutes of inactivity)
ii. Motor Test (Press Enter to run the resistance motor up and down in a continuous loop. Display shows
level setting and position sensor reading. Press Stop to end test.)
iii. Beep (Turns off the speaker so no beeping sound is heard)
iv. Units (Sets the display to readout in English or Metric display measurements)
v. ODO Reset (Resets the odometer)
vi. Pause Mode (Turn on allow 5 minutes of pause, turn off to have the console pause indenitely)
d. LCD Test (Tests all the display functions)
Adjusting The Speed Sensor
Engineering Mode Menu
1. Remove the safety key
2. Press and hold down the Start and Fast + buttons and replace the safety key. Continue to hold the
Start and Fast key until the window displays “Factory settings”, then press the Enter key.
3. You will now be able to set the display to show Metric or English settings (Miles vs. Kilometers).
To do this, press the Up or Down key to show which you want, then press Enter.
4. Make sure the wheel size diameter is 2.30 then press Enter
5. Adjust the minimum speed (if needed) to 0.5 and then press Enter
6. Adjust the maximum speed (if needed) to 10.0 and then press Enter
7. Adjust the maximum elevation (if needed) to 12 and then press Enter
8. Grade return – On (This allows the incline to return to zero when Stop is pressed. For sale in
Europe, EU standards require this to be off)
9. Press Start to begin calibration. The process is automatic; the speed will start up without warning, so
do not stand on the belt.
Calibration Procedure
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
Treadmill Warranty - Effective September 15, 2010
Spirit Fitness, Inc. (Spirit Fitness) warrants all its treadmill parts for a period of time listed below from the date of retail sale, as determined by sale
receipt, or in the absence of a sales receipt eighteen (18) months from the original factory shipping date. Spirit Fitness’ responsibilities include
providing new or remanufactured parts, at Spirit Fitness’ option, and technical support to our independent dealers and servicing organizations. In
the absence of a dealer or service organization, these warranties will be administered by Spirit Fitness directly to a consumer. The warranty period
applies to the following components:
NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below:
1. The warranty registration card must be completed and returned to the address listed on the card within 10 days of the original purchase to
validate the manufacturer’s limited warranty.
2. Proper use of the treadmill in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual
3. Proper installation in accordance with instructions provided with the treadmill and with all local electric codes.
4. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufcient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections or defects in
house wiring.
5. Expenses for making the treadmill accessible for servicing, including any item that was not part of the treadmill at the time it was shipped
from the factory.
6. Damages to the treadmill nish during shipping, installation or following installation.
7. Routine maintenance of this unit as specied in this manual.
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL, COLLATERAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
2. Service call reimbursement to the consumer. Service call reimbursement to the dealer that does not involve malfunction or defects in
workmanship or material, for units that are beyond the warranty period, for units that are beyond the service call reimbursement period, for
treadmill not requiring component replacement, or treadmill not in ordinary household use.
3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Spirit Fitness service companies; use of parts other than original
Spirit Fitness parts; or external causes such as corrosion, discoloration of paint or plastic, alterations, modications, abuse, misuse, accident,
improper maintenance, inadequate power supply, or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered.
5. Products that have been: sold, transferred, bartered, or given to a third party.
6. Products that do not have a warranty registration card on le at Spirit Fitness. Spirit Fitness reserves the right to request proof of
purchase if no warranty record exists for the product.
7. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
8. Product use in any environment other than a residential setting.
9. Warranties outside of North America may vary. Please contact your local dealer for details.
SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale. Twelve (12) months from the date on the bill of sale or eighteen (18) months from the date of factory shipping as
determined by the serial number establishes the labor warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best
interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from
state to state. Service under this warranty must be obtained by following these steps, in order:
1. Contact your selling authorized Spirit Fitness dealer. OR
2. Contact your local authorized Spirit Fitness service organization.
3. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our service department at (870) 935-1107.
4. Spirit Fitness’ obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at Spirit Fitness’ option, the product through one of our
authorized service centers. All repairs must be preauthorized by Spirit Fitness. If the product is shipped to a service center freight charges to
and from the service
center will be the customer’s responsibility. For replacement parts shipped while the product is under warranty, the customer will be
responsible for shipping and handling charges. For in-home service, the customer will be responsible for a trip charge. There will be an
additional trip charge if the customer is located over 100 miles from the nearest service center.
5. The owner is responsible for adequate packaging upon return to Spirit Fitness. Spirit Fitness is not responsible for damages in shipping. Make
all freight damage claims with the appropriate freight carrier. DO NOT SHIP ANY UNIT TO OUR FACTORY WITHOUT A RETURN
AUTHORIZATION NUMBER. All units arriving without a return authorization number will be refused.
6. For any further information, or to contact our service department by mail, send your correspondence to:
Product features or specications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by Spirit Fitness, Inc.
This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A.
Spirit Fitness, Inc.
P.O. Box 2037
Jonesboro, AR 72402-2037
Warranty
Residential
Frame
Lifetime
Motor
Lifetime
Parts
10 Years
Labor
1 Year
Deck
Lifetime
www.spiritfitness.com
2601 Commerce Drive Jonesboro, AR 72401 - Phone: 800-258-4555 - Fax: 870-935-7611
© 2011 All Rights Reserved.
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